Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 6:30

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 6:30 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 6:30. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, the friends of Jesus came back to him and shared all about the things they did and the lessons they taught to others. They wanted to tell Jesus everything because he was their leader and teacher.

Mark 6:30: And the apostles gathered themselves together unto Jesus, and told him all things, both what they had done, and what they had taught.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

While Mark 6:30 discusses the apostles returning to report to Jesus, Matthew 11:28 invites individuals to come to Jesus for rest, implying a different context of interaction with Jesus.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with Luke 10:39-40

Mark 6:30 emphasizes the apostles' active role in ministerial work, whereas Luke 10:39-40 illustrates Mary’s passive choice to listen at Jesus' feet, contrasting busyness with contemplation.

Luke 10:39-40: And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word.

Contradiction with James 2:18

Mark 6:30 involves reporting actions (works) to Jesus, while James 2:18 highlights the argument of faith being shown apart from works, creating a tension between faith and work.

James 2:18: Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works. [without: some copies read, by]
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